Scott's Lake Reservoir Report
Nearby: Aycock Millpond Dam Hinnants Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Scott's Lake, located in Wilson, North Carolina, is a private reservoir managed by the USDA NRCS, with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Summary
The dam, primarily made of earth and stone, stands at a structural height of 15 feet and has a hydraulic height of 12 feet, containing a maximum storage capacity of 90 acre-feet. The lake is situated along Black Creek and is regulated by the NCDEQ Dam Safety Program, with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations.
Despite its scenic beauty and recreational value, Scott's Lake faces significant hazard potential and poor condition assessment, prompting a moderate risk rating. The dam's spillway is uncontrolled, and the outlet gates are also uncontrolled, posing potential safety risks and highlighting the importance of regular inspections and maintenance. While the lake has not undergone recent modifications or been fully assessed for risk management measures, its location and design warrant continued monitoring and potential improvement efforts to ensure the safety of the surrounding community and the sustainability of the water resource.
Dam Length |
522 |
River Or Stream |
Black Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
12 |
Nid Storage |
90 |
Structural Height |
15 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
15 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Contentnea Creek Near Lucama
|
37cfs |
Little River Near Princeton
|
84cfs |
Nahunta Swamp Near Shine
|
34cfs |
Neuse River Near Goldsboro
|
631cfs |
Neuse River Near Clayton
|
262cfs |
Bear Creek At Mays Store
|
98cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Scott's Lake